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Independent films
fromIndieWire
1 hour ago

Brands Won't Save Indie Film: They're Changing It

Independent filmmakers face financing challenges while brands are shifting towards storytelling, but brands won't fill the financing gap for traditional filmmaking.
#disney
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
10 hours ago

Ad Tech Briefing: Disney and Mediaocean sound the death knell for the I/O

Disney and Mediaocean's partnership aims to streamline ad purchasing through Prisma Direct, reducing inefficiencies and costs in the media supply chain.
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 hours ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
fromForbes
1 hour ago
Online marketing

Why Keywords Are Replacing Hashtags As The Social Media North Star

fromNatesilver
1 day ago
Media industry

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
fromObserver
2 months ago
Media industry

Social Platforms Are Moving Onto TV Screens-Industry Experts Explain Why

Social video viewing is expanding from phones into TVs and living rooms, blurring lines between social platforms and traditional television while boosting creator-driven content.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
4 hours ago

The Next Disruption In Social Media: Impact Over Attention

Future social networks will prioritize action-oriented platforms that foster real-world collaboration and value creation using AI and impact-based rewards.
Online marketing
fromForbes
1 hour ago

Why Keywords Are Replacing Hashtags As The Social Media North Star

The era of hashtags for social media discoverability is fading, replaced by social SEO driven by intent-based keywords.
Media industry
fromNatesilver
1 day ago

Social media is turning into a freak show

Social media's influence on content quality and publisher success has led to a crisis in foreign policy and political communication.
#openai
Media industry
fromDigiday
22 hours ago

What OpenAI's TBPN deal reveals about branded entertainment's limits

OpenAI's acquisition of TBPN highlights the value of authentic content in building audience relationships beyond traditional advertising.
Media industry
fromArs Technica
4 days ago

OpenAI takes on another "side quest," buys tech-focused talk show TBPN

OpenAI's acquisition of TBPN will maintain its editorial independence while enhancing marketing and communications efforts.
#netflix
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago
Business

Netflix Rises as Price Hikes, Ad Revenue Growth, and Live Sports Signal a New Phase of Profitability

Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Netflix Rises as Price Hikes, Ad Revenue Growth, and Live Sports Signal a New Phase of Profitability

Netflix stock is rising due to price hikes, ad revenue growth, and a new live sports strategy.
Games
fromTechCrunch
19 hours ago

Netflix launches a standalone app for kids' games | TechCrunch

Netflix launches Netflix Playground, a standalone app for kids' games, featuring an ad-free experience and offline access.
Games
fromEngadget
21 hours ago

Netflix just released a standalone gaming app for kids

Netflix launched Playground, a free gaming app for kids under eight, featuring no ads or in-app purchases and an offline mode.
Media industry
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Can Netflix Failed Warner Bros. Merger Be What Sends Earnings Soaring?

Netflix's Q1 2026 results are anticipated to reflect strong organic growth despite the recent breakup fee from the Warner Bros. Discovery deal.
NYC music
frompitchfork.com
1 hour ago

Coachella 2026 Lineup & Schedule: All the Set Times You Need to Know

Coachella 2026 features headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, and Karol G, with set times announced for the first weekend starting April 10.
Film
fromConsequence
21 hours ago

Hulu Celebrating 4/20 With Four 20 Minute Documentaries About Weed

Hulu celebrates 4/20 with an anthology series of four documentaries exploring pot culture, produced by Jimmy Kimmel.
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

One of the stars of smash hit comedy The Studio launches a quizshow: Best podcasts of the week

Mindy Kaling participates in Ike Barinholtz's trivia podcast, blending light-hearted chat with various topics.
Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
1 day ago

How to Watch Astros vs. Rockies: Live Stream or on TV - Bleacher Nation

The Houston Astros face the Colorado Rockies on April 6, 2026, at 8:40 p.m. ET, with Cody Bolton and Ryan Feltner as starting pitchers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Six great reads: the OnlyFans legacy, stolen cargo and Meta's creepy' glasses

Leonid Radvinsky's death leaves a void in the leadership of OnlyFans, a platform that has transformed the adult content landscape. His secretive management style and the controversies surrounding the site have raised questions about its future direction and stability.
Photography
Tech industry
fromThe Motley Fool
4 days ago

Why I Wouldn't Touch Roku Stock Right Now | The Motley Fool

Roku's stock has declined significantly, despite recent revenue growth and profitability, due to structural challenges and high competition in the tech industry.
Music production
fromIndieWire
5 days ago

This Is What Honest AI Conversations Sound Like in Hollywood

Mastery in the age of AI is evolving, requiring individuals to excel beyond a baseline of quickly learned skills.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Net Insight introduces programmable video production network | Computer Weekly

Programmable Trust Boundaries enable predictable live media interconnection across distributed networks and cloud environments.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Curated chaos': Danny Boyle on the pop culture spectacular' he's bringing to London's Southbank Centre

Danny Boyle's 'You Are Here' celebrates 75 years of youth culture with a one-day immersive event featuring 1,000 performers at London's Southbank Centre.
Online marketing
fromSocial Media Examiner
3 hours ago

AI Video Editing: Save Time and Create Better Videos : Social Media Examiner

AI video tools significantly reduce editing time and costs, enabling marketers to produce consistent, high-quality content efficiently.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
16 hours ago

A tropical-themed pop-up cinema is opening in downtown Manhattan later this month

Brookfield Place hosts free Movies Under the Palms, featuring classic films and a tropical atmosphere from April 24 to May 2.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
1 day ago

CNN builds in-house agent infrastructure as it prepares for AI-driven media trading

CNN plans to implement agentic infrastructure for media transactions by Q1 2027, focusing on testing and buyer behavior in 2026.
Film
fromVulture
3 days ago

The 13 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

Zendaya and Robert Pattinson's film explores wedding anxieties and dark secrets, while reality shows continue to stir drama and relationships.
#connected-tv
fromAol
3 days ago
Television

The rise of CTV IRL: Valuable TV audiences are no longer just sitting at home

Television
fromAol
3 days ago

The rise of CTV IRL: Valuable TV audiences are no longer just sitting at home

Connected TV is expanding into public spaces, transforming how audiences engage with content outside the home.
Television
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

The rise of CTV IRL: Valuable TV audiences are no longer just sitting at home

Connected TV is evolving to engage audiences in social spaces like restaurants and gyms, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior towards experiences.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
1 week ago

Sussing Out 'Performance TV' | AdExchanger

Advertisers view connected TV as a performance multiplier, but it remains primarily suited for branding and upper-funnel goals.
San Francisco Giants
fromDefector
1 week ago

Netflix Is Loading Up The Clown Car For Opening Night | Defector

Netflix has secured exclusive MLB opening day games, leading to an overcrowded broadcast format with numerous special guests.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

Digital entertainment grew 7x faster than the UK economy - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK digital entertainment sector hit £13.5 billion in revenue in 2025, reflecting a 7.1% year-over-year growth, significantly outpacing the general economy's growth rate of 1.3%.
Digital life
Podcast
fromTheankler
6 days ago

Inside The Chernin Group's Bet on Creator-Led Empires

Community is the most valuable asset in media, driving investment strategies for emerging media companies.
#creator-economy
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

Joint signings highlight growing convergence between creator and Hollywood agencies

Agencies are evolving representation models to diversify talent and revenue streams, focusing on multi-hyphenate creators.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

A new studio is betting Hollywood talent and first-party data will reshape creator monetization

Linden Lane Films combines Hollywood production with top creators and proprietary data technology to capture brand advertising budgets traditionally held by premium publishers and platforms.
Media industry
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Uproxx joins push to pitch creator TV

Artists drive the creator economy as super creators with massive fan communities, and creator-led content now competes directly with traditional television for viewership and advertising dollars.
Marketing
fromDigiday
2 weeks ago

Joint signings highlight growing convergence between creator and Hollywood agencies

Agencies are evolving representation models to diversify talent and revenue streams, focusing on multi-hyphenate creators.
Marketing
fromDigiday
3 weeks ago

A new studio is betting Hollywood talent and first-party data will reshape creator monetization

Linden Lane Films combines Hollywood production with top creators and proprietary data technology to capture brand advertising budgets traditionally held by premium publishers and platforms.
Media industry
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Uproxx joins push to pitch creator TV

Artists drive the creator economy as super creators with massive fan communities, and creator-led content now competes directly with traditional television for viewership and advertising dollars.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
3 days ago

From Streaming To AI: Agency Leaders' Next Big Media Bets

Streaming platform consolidation is reshaping agency strategies, emphasizing precision and adaptability in targeting consumer attention.
fromNo Film School
3 days ago

How a $30K Animated Indie Scored a Theatrical Run - Then Landed on HBO

Glander and producer Payson made Boys Go to Jupiter with a tiny team and a $30,000 budget, showcasing the potential of indie filmmaking in animation.
Independent films
#tiktok
Film
fromVariety
5 days ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
Film
fromVariety
5 days ago

When Fandom Converts: How TikTok Is Driving Measurable Box Office Growth

TikTok has become a powerful engine for movie discovery, translating online engagement into real-world ticket sales.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The Testaments to Big Mistakes: the seven best shows to stream this week

Via tentative rebel student Agnes Mackenzie, the drama meticulously illustrates the ways disempowered people hoard what little agency they have in Gilead's oppressive environment.
Television
Independent films
fromInverse
4 days ago

Hulu Just Quietly Released The Trippiest Sci-Fi Movie Of The Year

College experiences often involve experimentation with substances, making it a fitting backdrop for coming-of-age stories like Pizza Movie.
Film
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

Fears grow of 'Detroit-Style' decline as Hollywood jobs evaporate

Los Angeles' TV/film industry faces a significant decline, with a 30% drop in jobs since 2022, raising concerns of a 'Detroit-style' collapse.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 days ago

How purchase data is redefining TV ad performance and driving revenue

Advertisers must adopt modern strategies, including purchase-based segmentation, to effectively engage consumers in the evolving TV landscape.
Media industry
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Hollywood studios reach a tentative agreement with writers union

Writers Guild of America and AMPTP reached a tentative four-year agreement, ensuring health plan sustainability and addressing free work challenges.
fromEsquire
3 days ago

The Best Action Movies of 2026 (So Far)

In the new film, he plays a hit man named Mike who is attempting to leave the business when he's framed for murder. He's sleeping with loan shark Nick's wife Alice, so Nick tricks him into pulling off one last job.
Television
Film
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

See/Hear: The Best Movies, TV and Music for April

A24's The Drama features a dark twist, contrasting its lighthearted marketing campaign, while Pizza Movie offers a comedic take on college life and drug experiences.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
5 days ago

TNT Sports moves to HBO Max: How to watch FA Cup, Champions League & Premier League

Subscribers to TNT Sports can now access the service through HBO Max, which has replaced Discovery+ for online streaming. Existing Discovery+ users can log in using their current credentials.
Television
fromVulture
5 days ago

New on Paramount+: April 2026

Arrival is a moody sci-fi drama about a linguistics professor, played by Amy Adams, who is tasked with finding a way to communicate with aliens that arrive on Earth.
Independent films
fromAnOther
5 days ago

Films to See This April

Emma drops an absolute bombshell in the midst of a game where they're asked to reveal the worst thing they've ever done. Soon everyone around her starts to question how well they really know her.
Film
Media industry
fromDigiday
6 days ago

Future of TV Briefing: What publishers have to offer creators

Publishers are increasingly collaborating with creators to enhance revenue opportunities and audience reach.
Film
fromVulture
6 days ago

6 New Movies You Can Finally Watch at Home Right Now

March saw a limited selection of new films on video-on-demand, featuring comedies and notable directors.
Media industry
fromDigiday
5 days ago

Media Briefing: Publishers debate the value of AI licensing and GEO

Publishing executives discussed the challenges and opportunities of AI search optimization and licensing deals during the Digiday Publishing Summit.
Television
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

This company is turning YouTube videos into TV shows as streamers chase Gen Alpha

Streamers are launching creator content to attract Gen Alpha away from YouTube, with Pocket.watch leading the initiative.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The 11 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

The Bachelorette's premiere was canceled, but there are various movies and shows to enjoy this weekend.
Media industry
fromMoney Digest
1 week ago

The Popular Streaming Platform You Didn't Know Was Part Of Amazon's Portfolio - Money Digest

Amazon's acquisition of Twitch in 2014 has significantly impacted its growth and consumer offerings, enhancing its position in the live-streaming market.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Let's Wrap Up the MFL with a Few Small Charts

One Battle After Another dominated the awards race and even threw in some box-office points as well. Seven of the top-ten movies were Best Picture nominees at the Oscars, for what it's worth.
Film
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
4 weeks ago

The Best Way To Embrace Convergent TV? Break Down The Silos Between Linear And Streaming | AdExchanger

Marketers must adopt convergent TV strategies that blend linear and streaming approaches rather than debating programmatic versus direct buying methods.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

YouTube shows are closing in on traditional TV fast

Creator TV channels are emerging as a significant competitor to traditional TV, attracting advertisers with lower ad loads and substantial viewing hours.
#streaming-services
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Television

The best streaming deals right now: Hulu, Disney+, Paramount+, and more

Television
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Disney+ gets its own time-sucking vertical video section

Disney+ launches Verts, a vertical short-form video feed similar to TikTok and YouTube Shorts, designed to increase user engagement and compete with social media platforms.
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Television

The best streaming deals right now: Hulu, Disney+, Paramount+, and more

Television
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Disney+ gets its own time-sucking vertical video section

Disney+ launches Verts, a vertical short-form video feed similar to TikTok and YouTube Shorts, designed to increase user engagement and compete with social media platforms.
Film
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Hollywood Is Dead: We Must Fight to Save the True Magic

Technological advancement in filmmaking has eliminated scarcity and bottlenecks that once created awe, diminishing the magic of cinema through abundance rather than enhancing it.
Media industry
fromOK Magazine
2 weeks ago

Why the Oscars Are Losing TV Viewers But Winning the Internet

The 2026 Oscars experienced declining television viewership but achieved record social media engagement, reflecting a fundamental shift in how audiences consume and participate in the event.
Media industry
fromExchangewire
3 weeks ago

Shifts in Streaming: Competition, Collaboration, and Consolidation

Paramount's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros creates a streaming giant with 200 million subscribers, consolidating major entertainment assets and reshaping the competitive TV landscape.
fromAdExchanger
2 months ago

Can I Help You Find Something?; The Streaming Fortress Prison | AdExchanger

Last October, PayPal an integration with OpenAI so that ChatGPT users could transact within the app. Apparently, PayPal is now ready to take that idea to other retailer chatbots. Of course, now that ChatGPT is making its foray into advertising , other LLMs and chatbots are bound to follow suit, if they haven't already done so. Walmart, for instance, rolled out ads in its generative AI agent Sparky earlier this month.
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How entertainment is becoming a 'connected, intelligent ecosystem' for commerce media

At some point, the industry stopped arguing about whether content drives commerce and started living in the reality where the two are indistinguishable. "Content, commerce and technology are really coming forward in a special way and recognition that there aren't disparate separate systems any longer," says Cara Pratt, president of global retail and media at Circana. "There really is one connected, cohesive, intelligent ecosystem that is fueling discovery, fueling conversion and purchase."
E-Commerce
Music
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Why Albums Drop and Movies Launch

Ephemeral contemporary music consumption makes it far harder for albums to become cultural events, altering promotion strategies and reducing once-common album-release spectacles.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
11 years ago

Realistic TV Ratings

A set of satirical TV rating labels pairs mock codes with cynical, humorous content warnings about sexual content, bloat, unfulfilled plotlines, and cultural effects.
Media industry
fromTheStreet
3 weeks ago

YouTube just crushed Hollywood in a major milestone

YouTube's 2025 revenue exceeded $60 billion, surpassing Netflix and becoming the largest advertising platform, overtaking combined revenues of Disney, NBC, Paramount, and Warner Bros. Discovery for the first time.
Media industry
fromDigital Trends
3 weeks ago

YouTube overtakes Hollywood studios, but it will show you 30-second unskippable TV ads

YouTube generated $40.4 billion in advertising revenue in 2025, surpassing the combined ad revenue of Disney, NBCUniversal, Paramount Skydance, and Warner Bros. Discovery, marking a fundamental shift in media consumption and economics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Growing pains: Industry has shown that bigger isn't always better

We don't need proof, says one short-seller out for the kill, because we finally have a good story to tell. Cooked books can be explained as simply a misalignment between the velocity of my vision and the velocity of regulation, according to the slippery fintech entrepreneur Whitney Halberstram. The gap in between is where smart people have always made money.
Television
Television
fromVulture
2 months ago

Netflix Is Taking Its Live Events to Extreme Heights

Alex Honnold will free-solo climb Taipei 101 live on Netflix without ropes or safety gear, with expert analysis and hosted coverage on January 23 at 8 P.M. ET.
Television
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

47 Most Anticipated TV Shows of 2026

2026 television features returning hit series, spinoffs, and final seasons from acclaimed shows, promising another strong year for small-screen storytelling.
Television
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Hollywood wants to beat TikTok at its own game - but faces hurdles

Hollywood streamers add vertical short-form clips to recapture mobile audiences from TikTok and YouTube, though monetization and effectiveness remain uncertain.
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